Lakehead Enhances Recruiting Class with McCrae and Isaac

Lakehead University Athletics announces the commitment of
Kemp McCrae (Baltimore, MD) and Akeem Isaac (Toronto, ON) to attend Lakehead
University and suit up for the varsity men’s basketball team. McCrae is a 6’7”
post who graduated from Frederick Douglass high school. Isaac is a 6’1” guard who spent time at
Mother Theresa High School before attending God’s Academy in Dallas, TX.

Coach Scott Morrison notes the potential both recruits can offer
the team’s long-term success: “We are eager to see Kemp and Akeem in training
camp and to get them working with the team.They are first-rate athletes who have a high ceiling for excellence.”

McCrae is a 2009 high school graduate who spent two years in
the workforce before returning to academics.He is expected to provide bench minutes in the post, and with five years
of eligibility, he is eager to progress as an elite CIS player. “I’m thrilled to
have this opportunity to play for Lakehead and look forward to settling into my
new environment – helping Coach Morrison and the team any way I can,” says
McCrae.

Akeem Isaac spent two years developing his game in the
United States.He is anxious to return
to Ontario, particularly for his Lakehead debut.He is an athletic guard expected to add
defensive depth to the line up.He is
also an additional transition-playmaker.

Isaac notes that he’s experienced some challenging aspects
in his athletic journey so far, but is excited to find a long-term home and to contribute
to Lakehead’s basketball program.“I can
already tell Lakehead’s coaching staff and veteran players are dedicated to
winning and being the best they can be,” he says.